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Avoiding a Car Fire

A car caught fire last month in the 100 block of Conestoga in Wayne. Police report that the driver was able to get his car to a body shop after the vehicle started smoking.

While a collision car fire might be impossible to stop, there are some ways to reduce your chances of being involved in a spontaneous car fire. Follow these tips to make sure your vehicle isn’t destroyed in a blaze.

1. Check fuel lines for cracks and deterioration. Replace old fuel lines that are less equipped to handle gasoline with ethanol.

2. Keep a fire extinguisher handy. Car fire damage can be difficult or impossible to repair, so having a fire extinguisher in your car is a good precaution.

3. Clean the engine compartment. Maintain the engine compartment because an oil-soaked engine is a potential fire hazard.